Make Some Room
46 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBesties Breck & Marysia chat about all things architecture! Join them as they reminisce about architecture school, navigate the professional world, and banter about becoming licensed architects. They talk about everything from all-nighter culture, to travel, and starting your first professional gig. If you're interested in architecture, design, or connecting with other creatives join them every Monday!
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Unpopular Architecture Opinions
July 18, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBThis episode was so much fun to record! Breck and Marysia spent some time going through "unpopular architecture opinions" and then share some of their favorite Reddit thoughts. This one will make you laugh and leave you thinking about the most random stuff! Check it out!
Dark-itecture!
July 11, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBMarysia recently travelled to Savannah, Georgia and was inspired by the haunted buildings that litter the streets of this historic town. This week, the gals share other stories of haunted buildings across the US. Spooky season cam early this year! Make Some Room Insta: https://www.instagram.com/makesomeroompodcast/ Marysia Insta: https://www.instagram.com/marysia.larosa/ Breck's Website: https://brecksmall.com Marysia's Website: https://risha5862.wixsite.com/website
Side Hustles and Flexing Your Creative Muscles
July 04, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBSide hustles are a great way for create some extra cash but also explore passions and talents outside the 9-5. Breck and Marysia go through the ins-and-outs of creating a business from your hobbies.
Community and Architecture
June 27, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB"Traditionally, architecture school has largely focused on the development of personal skills that seldom require collaboration with others let alone residents and local communities. Students are often siloed and rarely work as part of a larger group despite architects working in extensive design teams in the professional world." -Shawn Adams This week, Breck and Marysia talk about the role of architecture in the development and nurturing of communities. We love this conversation and hope y...
Art and Architecture and What's the Difference?
June 20, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBArt and architecture have always influenced one another. Architects are inspired by great works of art, artists sit in awe of wonderfully sculpted buildings, and we enjoy them both as bystanders. So what is the line between an artist and an architect? This week, artist and architectural designer, Caite Canfield joins the podcast to talk about her interpretation of visual art and how that impacts the built environment. We love this conversation and hope you do as well. Make Some Room Insta...
Amazing Architecture Facts You Didn't Know
June 13, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBArchitecture is crazy, cool, and sometimes - just plain strange. An amazing listener sent in a few interesting facts about architecture that inspired Breck and Marysia to do an entire episode about it! They even take a fun quiz at the end that all architecture students can relate to.
What Architecture style are you?
June 06, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBMarysia and Breck dig through their notes from architecture cultures and history to define the most common architectural style of the last 1,000 years. They discuss their favorite styles and what your style says about you! Join the fun and let us know on your instagram what you are! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makesomeroompodcast/
MINI // How to Enjoy the Messy Middle of Life
June 03, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7 MBThis episode is apart of the MSR MINI series where Breck and Marysia brighten your day with a quick chat about what's currently on their minds. Happy Friday! Today the gals take and moment to recognize their current stages of life and talk about ways to enjoy the mess along with the best. Hope you love this conversation between two friends just working through life the same way you are!
MINI // Find and Maintain a Best-Friendship
June 02, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBThis episode is apart of the MSR MINI series where Breck and Marysia brighten your day with a quick chat about what's currently on their minds. Breck and Marysia take a moment to share some of their favorite things about their ever-growing friendship.
MINI // Fashion, Do Architect's Even Know What That Is?
June 01, 2022 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.51 MBThis episode is apart of the MSR MINI series where Breck and Marysia brighten your day with a quick chat about what's currently on their minds. Architecture fashion is... well.... BORING! But yours doesn't have to be. Today the girls chat about how their personal and professional style has grown over the years.
MINI // Travel Like a Pro
May 31, 2022 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBThis episode is apart of the MSR MINI series where Breck and Marysia brighten your day with a quick chat about what's currently on their minds. Do you have travel plans this summer? Then this episode is for you. Breck and Marysia share their favorite tips and lessons learned from all their crazy travel adventures.
MINI // Favorite Architecture Classes
May 30, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.65 MBThis episode is apart of the MSR MINI series where Breck and Marysia brighten your day with a quick chat about what's currently on their minds. Today, the gals reflect back on their favorite classes from architecture school and what made them so memorable. Tune in now!
Hobbies and the Heart's Desires
May 23, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBAs a student, summer is the time to return to your hobbies, side projects, and all the little things we don't have time for in school. Why should we lose that as we become full time professionals? This week on the Make Some Room Podcast, Breck and Marysia discuss their favorite hobbies and how to weave them into their working lives. Check it out! Breck's Website! : https://brecksmallportfolio.com/
Grads, Congrats, and What's Next!
May 16, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBThis week Breck and Marysia celebrate Breck's graduation from Georgia Tech! If you have every considered going to graduate school or taking a leap in your career track, this episode is for you. Marysia asks Breck questions about her program, how it prepared her to work in a firm and maybe a PhD????? They talk about it all and more. And congratulations to all the 2022 graduates!
How to Decompress During the Craziness of Life
May 02, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBIt is so hard to balance work and personal life but what if it isn't a balance at all? What is its something for deeper than just balance? This week Breck and Marysia speak candidly about how to relax after a long day and how they prioritize health first before being productive!
A.R.E. // Starting the A.R.E with Practice Management
April 25, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBThere is so much content out there to assist you when you are studying for the ARE but how do you know what to buy, what to study, and how to study it? Marysia breaks down the materials she used to study for and PASS the Practice Management exam. Get your notebooks out and take notes of what she did ✅ Links to content mentioned: NCARB Handbook/Reference Guide: https://www.ncarb.org/sites/default/files/ARE5-Handbook.pdf Hyperfine: https://hyperfinearchitecture.com/ WeARE: https://trywear...
A.R.E // Starting the A.R.E with Practice Management
April 25, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBThere is so much content out there to assist you when you are studying for the ARE but how do you know what to buy, what to study, and how to study it? Marysia breaks down the materials she used to study for and PASS the Practice Management exam. Get your notebooks out and take notes of what she did ✅ Links to content mentioned: NCARB Handbook/Reference Guide: https://www.ncarb.org/sites/default/files/ARE5-Handbook.pdf Hyperfine: https://hyperfinearchitecture.com/ WeARE: https://trywear...
Intent vs. Impact
April 18, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBThis week, Breck flies solo and talks about when someone's intent doesn't align with the impact of their actions. She brings in an architectural case study from Atlanta and how this relates to goal setting and building the life we what!
The Burning Questions Answered
April 11, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBEvery week, we get questions from you guys about our friendship, personal lives, and opinions about all things architecture. This week, Breck and Marysia answer some of your questions and reflect back on topics they have spoke about on the past season of the podcast!
So you want to take the ARE? Ft. Kaki Branon
April 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBThis week, Breck and Marysia are joined by their good friend Kaki Branon! They talk about her experience preparing to take the ARE, balancing work and a rigorous study schedule, and dealing with disappointment. This episode was so much fun to record and we hope you enjoy it as well!
ARE // So you want to take the ARE? Ft. Kaki Branon
April 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBThis week, Breck and Marysia are joined by their good friend Kaki Branon! They talk about her experience preparing to take the ARE, balancing work and a rigorous study schedule, and dealing with disappointment. This episode was so much fun to record and we hope you enjoy it as well!
A.R.E. // So you want to take the ARE? Ft. Kaki Branon
April 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBThis week, Breck and Marysia are joined by their good friend Kaki Branon! They talk about her experience preparing to take the ARE, balancing work and a rigorous study schedule, and dealing with disappointment. This episode was so much fun to record and we hope you enjoy it as well!
Progress is Something You can Work Towards, Perfection is NOT!
March 27, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBNEW SEASON, NEW SEASON! Welcome to season 2 of the Make Some Room podcast. We are pumped to share what is going on in our lives along with goals we are working toward. This week Breck and Marysia talk about progress over perfection, what it means to invite people into our journey, and overcoming barriers by jumping in head first!
When to say NO!
February 21, 2022 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBThis is the last episode for Season 1 of Make Some Room! We appreciate all your love and support for the podcast and hope you've enjoyed getting to know us and learn about our personal journeys with architecture! This week, we talk about our personal boundaries with ourselves and our relationships and how it's okay to say no when you are overwhelmed. Most of all, make time to do the things you love! Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Travel Series: Barcelona Bliss
February 14, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBHey ya'll! This week, Marysia and Breck chat about their trip to Barcelona and the amazing architecture they saw, specifically by Antoni Gaudi that you HAVE to visit! Marysia's Barcelona Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRYoZnwaEdk&t=325s Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
What's Your Style? Finding Your Creative Eye
February 07, 2022 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBHey Hey! We are so excited to share with you all this week how we define our personal style and what it takes to find your creative eye! It can be a long process filled with trial and error, but ultimately, your style should be a reflection/extension of yourself :) Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
The Interview
January 31, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBHey friends! Remember how terrifying the first time applying for your first professional job was? We do! Listen to us talk about what we wish we knew when applying for our first internships, what we learned, and how we go about applying to positions now!
Finding your Talents & Passions ft. Steven Kane!
January 24, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBThis week Breck & Marysia sit down with Steven Kane one of their good friends they met in architecture school. Listen to them reminisce on some of their undergraduate memories and hear how they are progressing in the professional world today. Steven Kane is a talented Architectural Designer based in the Atlanta area. Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
New Year New Goals
January 17, 2022 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBHAPPY 2022! We are so happy to start fresh this year and share with you all what is to come in 2022! In this episode, Breck and Marysia catch up on the past month and discuss their goals and areas of growth for the new year.
Travel Series: The Magic of Madrid
January 10, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBHey Hey! We are back for another mini-travel series! Listen to us reminisce about our 2019 trip to Madrid on all the beautiful sights, funny memories, things gone wrong, and things we will never forget! You can watch Marysia's vlog from the trip to see some beautiful sights and what happened live: https://youtu.be/o-n7AaYLdpY Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Portfolios and Résumés Oh My!
December 20, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MBThis week, Breck and Marysia discuss all things surrounding portfolio curation, and crafting a killer resume! Hear some of their tips and tricks to make you stand out to an employer and make your portfolio/résumé a reflection of YOU! Follow us on Instagram: @makrsomeroompodcast
Networking 101: Mentorship & Internships
December 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, Breck and Marysia catch up and highlight some of their recent networking experiences! Learn about how the girls got their first internships and how networking can help connect you to those who may inspire you!
Episode 08/ Networking 101: Mentorship & Internships
December 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, Breck and Marysia catch up and highlight some of their recent networking experiences! Learn about how the girls got their first internships and how networking can help connect you to those who may inspire you!
What-if?
December 06, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBWhat-if this isn't what I want? This week Breck opens up about what it means if you don't want to follow the "normal" path after graduation. Listen to her discuss following your dreams, being brave, and giving yourself grace for leaning into what you truly enjoy. Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Episode 07/ What-if?
December 06, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBWhat-if this isn't what I want? This week Breck opens up about what it means if you don't want to follow the "normal" path after graduation. Listen to her discuss following your dreams, being brave, and giving yourself grace for leaning into what you truly enjoy. Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Friendships & Creativity: Friendships during/after architecture school & finding ways to be creative!
November 29, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this week's episode, Marysia goes solo shares her experiences with making friends after graduation and gets vulnerable about choosing friends that encourage you no matter what! She also shares the importance of finding new ways of staying creative. Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Episode 06/ Friendships & Creativity: Friendships during/after architecture school & finding ways to be creative!
November 29, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this week's episode, Marysia goes solo shares her experiences with making friends after graduation and gets vulnerable about choosing friends that encourage you no matter what! She also shares the importance of finding new ways of staying creative. Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 minute - 832 KBHappy Thanksgiving! Breck and Marysia are taking the week off from recording due to us being away with our families. We hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving no matter where you are! :) Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Episode 05/ Happy Thanksgiving!
November 21, 2021 05:00 - 1 minute - 833 KBHappy Thanksgiving! Breck and Marysia are taking the week off from recording due to us being away with our families. We hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving no matter where you are! :) Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
All About Review!
November 15, 2021 20:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBWelcome to another week! In Episode 04, Breck & Marysia talk about all things review from the week leading up to the day of. Hear their stories about broken models, laser cutting, developing boards, and presentation PTSD! Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Episode 04/ All About Review!
November 15, 2021 20:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBWelcome to another week! In Episode 04, Breck & Marysia talk about all things review from the week leading up to the day of. Hear their stories about broken models, laser cutting, developing boards, and presentation PTSD! Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Episode 03/ Travel Series: We in London Baby!
November 08, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBOn this FIRST mini-episode of the travel series, Breck and Marysia recollect some of their fondest memories on their 2019 summer trip to London. Watch Marysia's vlog from the trip HERE: https://youtu.be/Dse7b4Ixct4 Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Travel Series: We in London Baby!
November 08, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBOn this FIRST mini-episode of the travel series, Breck and Marysia recollect some of their fondest memories on their 2019 summer trip to London. Watch Marysia's vlog from the trip HERE: https://youtu.be/Dse7b4Ixct4 Follow us on Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast
Episode 02/ Time Management & Balance
November 01, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBCongrats! You've made it to Episode 2! This week, the girls chat about the habits they instill in their lives to keep them organized, how they managed their time on school projects, and how to prioritize yourself and get all your ish done! Follow us on Instagram! @makesomeroompodcast
Time Management & Balance
November 01, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBCongrats! You've made it to Episode 2! This week, the girls chat about the habits they instill in their lives to keep them organized, how they managed their time on school projects, and how to prioritize yourself and get all your ish done! Follow us on Instagram! @makesomeroompodcast
Intro/ Get to know us! Architecture school, professional life, and becoming best friends!
October 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBWelcome to The Make Some Room Podcast! To kickoff the first episode, Breck and Marysia introduce themselves and talk about their lives post-graduation from architecture school. Listen to them discuss how they became friends, the joys and struggles that came from studio, and how they are moving forward in their professional careers! Follow them! Instagram: @makesomeroompodcast